Coastal Engineer – Stuart, FL (Remote/Hybrid)

The Opportunity:

Tetra Tech is adding an experienced Coastal Engineer with strong technical expertise and client-facing skills to support coastal infrastructure projects. This role combines engineering design, project management, and business development, with responsibility for delivering high-quality coastal solutions while building client relationships and generating new opportunities.

The ideal candidate will have experience with marinas, seawalls, living shorelines, and other coastal structural infrastructure, along with the ability to lead projects, mentor junior engineers, and represent the firm in the marketplace.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world’s most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Essential Job Functions:

Technical Design & Engineering

• Apply knowledge of marinas, seawalls, living shorelines, and other coastal structural infrastructure
• Produce complete sets of plans with minimal direction
• Serve as the technical lead for planning and project development efforts
• Assist with developing engineering standards and guidelines
• Develop a strong understanding of the design process and support junior engineers

Project Management

• Prepare project scopes, budgets, and schedules
• Manage assigned projects to meet quality, schedule, and budget objectives
• Maintain client satisfaction for assigned projects and accounts
• Ensure projects are executed in accordance with industry practices and client expectations

Business Development & Client Engagement

• Interact with and develop relationships with regulatory personnel and clients
• Lead project development from opportunity identification through proposal preparation and execution
• Generate new opportunities through external engagement and community involvement
• Initiate and maintain relationships with key officials and organizations
• Represent the firm to clients, prospective employees, and the communities served

Leadership & Professional Contributions

• Demonstrate leadership that contributes to team effectiveness, client relationships, and opportunity generation
• Communicate effectively through strong oral and written skills
• Apply persuasion and negotiation skills to resolve critical issues
• Spend time outside the office building relationships and generating business opportunities
• Conduct activities in line with internal procedures, legislation, and industry standards.
• Pursue continuous professional development and maintain a high degree of discipline, knowledge and awareness.
• Work in a safe manner at all times and report all health and safety incidents and concerns.
• Additional duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree (or higher) in Civil Engineering or Coastal Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) license in Florida
• Minimum of 8 years of relevant coastal engineering experience
• Proven experience balancing technical delivery with client-facing responsibilities

• Must possess a valid driver’s license with a clean driving record without restrictions.

Work Environment:

• Office-based with regular external meetings and site visits
• Time spent outside the office supporting business development, client meetings, and project-related activities

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

• Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.  https://www.tetratech.com/careers/life-at-tetra-tech/
• Merit-based financial rewards.
• Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.
• Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.
• Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. 

A pre-employment drug screen in compliance with federal regulations is required, along with a physical if needed.

Compensation:

Pay commensurate with experience.

Pay Range: $130,000 – $150,000 annually

Pay Range - There are multiple factors that are considered in determining final pay for a position, including, but not limited to, relevant work experience and demonstrated work experience in the above role; skills, certifications, and competencies that align to the specified role; geographic location; and education, as well as contract provisions regarding labor categories that are specific to the position.

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech’s employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including public health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state, provincial, federal, international authorities, and clients.